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Archive for September, 2023

Ways SaaS Can Transform Your Business

Software as a Service, or SaaS, is one of the most innovative technology solutions businesses worldwide rely on. There are so many benefits to implementing this service in your business. Discover how ...

Staying Safe from Phishing Scams

Hackers steal personal information from people who are vulnerable by making fake websites and sending phishing emails. If you fall for a phishing scam, private information like your credit card number could ...

HTTPS and Why it Matters for Your Business

IT professionals recommend securing your business's website with HTTPS instead of basic HTTP. What is this web component, and why is it important for your business? Get answers to these questions ...

Embracing the AI Revolution: Transforming Business Operations with Cutting-Edge AI Tools

Are you transforming business operations with cutting-edge AI tools? Although rudimentary artificial intelligence forms circulated for a while, modified versions with advanced capabilities took business owners and the news by storm in ...

How To Stay Safe and Secure From VPN Security Threats

Virtual private networks (VPNs) offer a safe path through the digital landscape. VPNs make a secure tunnel that encodes your information. This encryption protects details like what websites you visit or which ...

This Cyber Threat Is Targeting Cisco VPNs To Attack Businesses

Attention all businesses! A cyber threat specifically targeting Cisco VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) has managed to infiltrate secure business systems, putting their sensitive information and financial assets in jeopardy. Ransomware deployed by ...

Discovering the Hidden Threat of Fileless Malware

What comes to mind when you hear the word malware? Most people may think of phishing messages containing malicious files. Once you download those files to your computer, they infect the entire ...

How Unified Communications Improves Business

Unified Communications (UC) is a set of answers designed to make different tech tools in a business work together. These communication solutions include instant messaging (IM), IP telephony (IPT), voice over ...

How To Stay Ahead of Cyber Attacks With Managed IT Services

With hackers and cyber threats on the rise, it's all your business can do to stay safe in today's digital climate. Managed IT services are integral for protecting businesses from cyber-attacks. Learn ...

How the Internet of Things (IoT) Improves Business

The Internet of Things (IoT) is quickly taking over businesses. Imagine all the gadgets and machines you use talking to each other over the internet. From your car to your fridge, they ...

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Improving Employee Productivity

Improving Employee Productivity

"I was at work for eight hours, but I don't feel like I got anything done!" If your employees say things[...]
The Cost-Effective Advantage: How Remote Work Saves Money for Small Businesses

The Cost-Effective Advantage: How Remote Work Saves Money for Small Businesses

Working from home has become a buzzword, though it's still somewhat controversial for small business owners who weigh the costs[...]
The Benefits of Online Advertisement for Small Businesses

The Benefits of Online Advertisement for Small Businesses

As a small business owner, growing your brand and gaining new customers remains one of the most important issues to[...]

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Since 2003, The Critical Update has been a leading provider of IT support and consulting, focusing on small and medium sized businesses in the Austin metropolitan area. We have helped hundreds of businesses increase productivity and profitability by making IT a streamlined part of operations. We equip our clients with customized technology solutions for greater operational value and to reduce risk.

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